Desperate to find the driver, Marquette students turn to social media after hit-and-run on campus
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A 25-year-old Marquette University international graduate student was seriously injured Tuesday night, January 20th in a hit-and-run on Marquette's campus.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A 25-year-old Marquette University international graduate student was seriously injured Tuesday night, January 20th in a hit-and-run on Marquette's campus.
Marquette graduate student seriously hurt in hit-and-run crash, clues sought
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee police are investigating a hit-and-run crash involving a pedestrian that happened around 11:30 p.m. on Tuesday, January 20th at the intersection of 17th and Wells Streets.A 25-year-old woman was walking northbound across Wells Street when she was struck by a westbound car.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee police are investigating a hit-and-run crash involving a pedestrian that happened around 11:30 p.m. on Tuesday, January 20th at the intersection of 17th and Wells Streets.A 25-year-old woman was walking northbound across Wells Street when she was struck by a westbound car.
To build relationships: FBI Milwaukee Division launches "Adopt-A-School" program at MLK School
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- To build relationships and trust between young people and law enforcement officials, the FBI has launched an "Adopt-A-School" program.On Wednesday, January 21st, Robert Shields, Special Agent in Charge of the Milwaukee Division of the FBI joined Dr.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- To build relationships and trust between young people and law enforcement officials, the FBI has launched an "Adopt-A-School" program.On Wednesday, January 21st, Robert Shields, Special Agent in Charge of the Milwaukee Division of the FBI joined Dr.
Wally Ellenson sets Marquette High Jump Record, 3rd in world
Madison, Wi -- Wally Ellenson shattered the Marquette University record in the High Jump record on Saturday, when he soared 7 feet, 5.75 inches (2.28 meters) at the Wisconsin Open in Madison.
Madison, Wi -- Wally Ellenson shattered the Marquette University record in the High Jump record on Saturday, when he soared 7 feet, 5.75 inches (2.28 meters) at the Wisconsin Open in Madison.
Milwaukee Panthers rise up with 77-62 win over Youngstown St.
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Akeem Springs scored 18 points and led four players into double figure scoring as Milwaukee rolled past Youngstown State 77-62 in a Horizon League contest Wednesday night.After DJ Cole hit a 3-pointer to give Youngstown State (9-11, 0-4 Horizon League) a 10-6 lead four minutes into the game, the Panthers went on an 11-0 run capped by a Springs dunk to take a 17-10 lead and never looked back.Milwaukee (6-12, 1-3) led by nine at intermission, 34-25, and cruised to its first Horizon League victory of the season.Springs shot 8 of 10 from the field, with both misses coming from beyond the arc.
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Akeem Springs scored 18 points and led four players into double figure scoring as Milwaukee rolled past Youngstown State 77-62 in a Horizon League contest Wednesday night.After DJ Cole hit a 3-pointer to give Youngstown State (9-11, 0-4 Horizon League) a 10-6 lead four minutes into the game, the Panthers went on an 11-0 run capped by a Springs dunk to take a 17-10 lead and never looked back.Milwaukee (6-12, 1-3) led by nine at intermission, 34-25, and cruised to its first Horizon League victory of the season.Springs shot 8 of 10 from the field, with both misses coming from beyond the arc.
Police: School bus carrying 20 students involved in crash near 43rd & Oklahoma
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee police say a school bus and a vehicle were involved in a crash on Wednesday afternoon, January 14th near the intersection of S. 43rd Street and Oklahoma Avenue.Milwaukee Public Schools spokesman Tony Tagliavia tells FOX6 News 20 students were on the bus at the time of the crash.No injuries were reported.The bus was serving Manitoba School, which is located near S. 43rd Street and Forest Home Avenue.School officials contacted parents regarding the crash.Police described the crash as "minor."Monitor FOX6 News and FOX6Now.com for updates on this story.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee police say a school bus and a vehicle were involved in a crash on Wednesday afternoon, January 14th near the intersection of S. 43rd Street and Oklahoma Avenue.Milwaukee Public Schools spokesman Tony Tagliavia tells FOX6 News 20 students were on the bus at the time of the crash.No injuries were reported.The bus was serving Manitoba School, which is located near S. 43rd Street and Forest Home Avenue.School officials contacted parents regarding the crash.Police described the crash as "minor."Monitor FOX6 News and FOX6Now.com for updates on this story.
"I'm exiled:" Tenured MU associate professor John McAdams' second semester classes cancelled
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Marquette University's second semester has begun, but associate professor of political science John McAdams isn't on campus.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Marquette University's second semester has begun, but associate professor of political science John McAdams isn't on campus.
UW Green Bay shoots past UW Milwaukee 79-63
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Keifer Sykes tied his career high with 34 points on Friday night and Green Bay beat Milwaukee 79-63.Sykes outscored Milwaukee 22-19 in the first 16 minutes including a stretch of eight straight field goals.
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Keifer Sykes tied his career high with 34 points on Friday night and Green Bay beat Milwaukee 79-63.Sykes outscored Milwaukee 22-19 in the first 16 minutes including a stretch of eight straight field goals.
Milwaukee Public Schools, other districts will be CLOSED on Friday, January 9th
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee Public Schools will be closed on Friday, January 9th.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee Public Schools will be closed on Friday, January 9th.
Milwaukee Public Schools, other districts will be CLOSED on Thursday, January 8th
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee Public Schools will be closed on Thursday, January 8th due to the bitter cold temperatures and dangerous wind chills.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee Public Schools will be closed on Thursday, January 8th due to the bitter cold temperatures and dangerous wind chills.
Students moved from Parkside School of the Arts after strong smell of exhaust detected at the school
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee Public Schools on Monday, January 5th had to move students from the Parkside School for the Arts on S.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee Public Schools on Monday, January 5th had to move students from the Parkside School for the Arts on S.
Panthers can't keep up with Cleveland State in Horizon League opener
CLEVELAND (AP) — Trey Lewis poured in 27 points and Cleveland State pulled away in the second half to defeat Milwaukee 84-57 in the Horizon League opener for both teams Friday night.The Vikings (7-8, 1-0) trailed by three at the half, but stormed away in the final 13:41, closing the game on a 42-14 run.
CLEVELAND (AP) — Trey Lewis poured in 27 points and Cleveland State pulled away in the second half to defeat Milwaukee 84-57 in the Horizon League opener for both teams Friday night.The Vikings (7-8, 1-0) trailed by three at the half, but stormed away in the final 13:41, closing the game on a 42-14 run.
BUSTED! Police arrest five, each under the age of 16, following armed robberies
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee police tell FOX6 News five people, all under the age of 16 have been taken into custody in connection with a series of armed robberies committed on Wednesday morning, December 31st.A Marquette University student was the victim of a robbery occurring around 8:45 a.m. Wednesday.Officials say a gold Toyota Camry with four males inside approached the Marquette student.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee police tell FOX6 News five people, all under the age of 16 have been taken into custody in connection with a series of armed robberies committed on Wednesday morning, December 31st.A Marquette University student was the victim of a robbery occurring around 8:45 a.m. Wednesday.Officials say a gold Toyota Camry with four males inside approached the Marquette student.
MKE Sports, UW-Milwaukee team up in effort to build outdoor baseball stadium
OAK CREEK (WITI) -- MKE Sports & Entertainment, the business group that owns and operates the Milwaukee Wave and The Rock Sports Complex, announced on Monday, December 29th that it is partnering with the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee in an effort to build a multi-functional 4,000-seat outdoor baseball stadium in Oak Creek by 2016.Officials with MKE Sports say the new stadium would host the Milwaukee baseball team, a new independent minor league baseball team, along with outdoor entertainment and community events.
OAK CREEK (WITI) -- MKE Sports & Entertainment, the business group that owns and operates the Milwaukee Wave and The Rock Sports Complex, announced on Monday, December 29th that it is partnering with the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee in an effort to build a multi-functional 4,000-seat outdoor baseball stadium in Oak Creek by 2016.Officials with MKE Sports say the new stadium would host the Milwaukee baseball team, a new independent minor league baseball team, along with outdoor entertainment and community events.
University of Wisconsin introduces Paul Chryst as new Badgers football coach
MADISON (WITI) — The University of Wisconsin revealed on Wednesday evening, December 17th that Paul Chryst will be the new football coach for the Badgers -- replacing Gary Andersen.Chryst is a former Wisconsin offensive coordinator and a Madison native.
MADISON (WITI) — The University of Wisconsin revealed on Wednesday evening, December 17th that Paul Chryst will be the new football coach for the Badgers -- replacing Gary Andersen.Chryst is a former Wisconsin offensive coordinator and a Madison native.
Banned from campus: Marquette University associate professor "relieved of his teaching duties"
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A Marquette University associate professor has been "relieved from his teaching duties" and asked to stay off campus.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A Marquette University associate professor has been "relieved from his teaching duties" and asked to stay off campus.
Season of giving: Harley-Davidson, volunteers team up to help Milwaukee students
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A hefty, Harley-Davidson donation, a group of volunteers and some students in need of cold-weather clothing.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A hefty, Harley-Davidson donation, a group of volunteers and some students in need of cold-weather clothing.
"We can all do more to help:" NBA star Dwyane Wade gives back in big ways
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Do unto others as they'd do to you.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Do unto others as they'd do to you.
Planning a part of Milwaukee, students from UWM get engaged in the process
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Some University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee students get their chance to redevelop a part of the city.The students worked with professional architects to create plans for six sites on the city's south side.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Some University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee students get their chance to redevelop a part of the city.The students worked with professional architects to create plans for six sites on the city's south side.
"Moving forward, together, boldly:" Mark Mone named the 9th chancellor of UW-Milwaukee
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Mark Mone was named the ninth chancellor of the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee on Monday morning, December 15th.Mone has served as the interim chancellor at UW-Milwaukee since May, following the departure of former Chancellor Michael Lovell.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Mark Mone was named the ninth chancellor of the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee on Monday morning, December 15th.Mone has served as the interim chancellor at UW-Milwaukee since May, following the departure of former Chancellor Michael Lovell.